Grosse Pointe Park

Nelson Ropke, a Grosse Pointe Park attorney, was sentenced to 10 to 25 years in prison for two felony charges related to child sexually abusive material. He also received a 10 to 20-year sentence for using a computer to commit a crime, with both sentences running concurrently.

Grosse Pointe Park has voted to switch its trash hauler from Priority Waste to Express Waste Services starting October 1, aiming to improve service reliability and customer satisfaction. The change follows a similar decision by neighboring St. Clair Shores and includes a $2.93 monthly rate increase for residents.

Thick wildfire smoke from Minnesota and Canada caused early closures of public pools and prompted outdoor workers in the Grosse Pointes to finish their shifts early. Officials provided N-95 masks to workers, and businesses adjusted plans to protect employees and the public. Residents reported changes in daily routines due to poor air quality.

22 chickens and two geese stolen from a Grosse Pointe Park nonprofit's educational farm were found safe and returned after being discovered on a vacant property in Detroit. The animals were recovered following a tip to the property owner, who found a stolen chicken coop built from her property's materials.

Chickens and geese stolen from a nonprofit's learning garden in Detroit have been recovered. The Full Circle Foundation reported that dozens of animals and vegetables were taken over the Fourth of July weekend, with thieves targeting both the foundation's garden and a partnering 4-H chicken coop twice.

Thieves stole 22 chickens and 2 geese from a nonprofit's learning garden in Detroit, impacting a program that teaches life and job skills to young adults with special needs. The Full Circle Foundation and its 4-H partners reported the thefts occurred twice over the Fourth of July weekend, with suspects climbing a fence to access the coop. A police report has been filed.

Nelson Otto Ropke, a Grosse Pointe Park attorney, pleaded guilty to creating and distributing child sexually abusive material by using photos of his family members' faces. He faces 26 felony charges, including aggravated child sexually abusive activity and computer-related crimes.

Officials urge boaters to prioritize safety on Lake St. Clair during the busy Fourth of July weekend, emphasizing life jackets, sobriety, and emergency preparedness. A recent propeller accident injured a man in his 20s, prompting reminders about swimming precautions and responsible boating. Crowds and increased activity heighten risks, with Coast Guard patrols monitoring for violations.

Fire crews are battling a house fire in Grosse Pointe Park at the 1300 block of Wayburn St. Chopper 7 captured video of smoke and emergency crews responding. Updates are expected from 7 News Detroit and WXYZ.com.

Firefighters responded to a major house fire in Grosse Pointe on Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. The fire occurred on the 1300 block of Wayburn Street near the border with Grosse Pointe Park. No details about the cause or injuries have been released.

A new law in Michigan aims to ensure more votes count in elections. The article references polling activity at Windmill Pointe Park in Grosse Pointe Park on November 5, 2024.